Lab Assistant
Job Summary
Work in the Department of Pathology Research Area, which has 8 research laboratories on two floors, HSW-4th and HSW-5th. The Laboratory Assistant will collect dirty glassware and plasticware from department laboratories. Wash the glassware and prepare it for sterilization, using the autoclave. Restock shelves, drawers, and cupboards with clean, dry glassware. Refill micropipeptte and Pasteur pipette and autoclave. Make solutions like LB-Broth, Phosphate Buffered Saline. Prepare 70% Ethanol. Duties include general lab maintenance and restocking consumable laboratory supplies. This job requires a lot of walking/standing.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $21.47 - $25.29 (Hourly Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
The Department of Pathology at UCSF aims to achieve the highest standards in patient care, research and education. The Department provides diagnostic pathology services in a wide variety of subspecialties with highly trained subspecialists who are recognized nationally and internationally for their expertise. The Department's research programs are diverse and interface with a wealth of basic and translational research programs that are a hallmark of UCSF. Our educational programs include a research-intensive academic residency program and fellowships in cytopathology, dermatopathology, gastrointestinal and liver pathology, gynecologic pathology, neuropathology, breast pathology, genitourinary pathology, molecular and laboratory genetics and genomics pathology, and surgical pathology. Work in the Department of Pathology Research Area, which has 8 research laboratories on two floor, HSW-4th and HSW-5th. Independently collect dirty glassware and plasticware from department laboratories. Wash the glassware and prepare it for sterilization using the autoclave. Restock shelves, drawers, and cupboards with clean, dry glassware. Refill micropipeptte and Pasteur pipette and autoclave. Making solutions like LB-Broth, Phosphate Buffered Saline. Prepare 70% Ethanol. Duties include, general lab maintenance and restocking consumable laboratory supplies. This job requires a lot of walking/standing. This position will provide professional, accurate, and comprehensive lab support to members of the research labs and faculty in the Department of Pathology.
Required Qualifications
- High school graduation and two years of laboratory experience, or two years of college, including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations; ability to follow oral/write instructions in English.
- High level of attentions to details.
- Ability to follow details instructions to archive reproducible results.
- Ability to work effectively with multiples demands and competing deadlines.
- Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Requests efficiently and effectively, respond promptly to conflicting priorities with minimal Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns, accommodate last minute supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- UCSF work experience, knowledge of UCSF and the School of Medicine; knowledge of UCSF accounting processes and policies, travel and entertainment policies and restrictions, HIPAA/Privacy policies, travel arrangements using Connexxus, check requests using BearBuy, CHR application submissions using iMedRis and reimbursements using MyExpense.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Code and Payroll Title
009603 LAB AST 2
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Additional Shift Details
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
